FMA2507. The Accounting Profession Is at an Inflection Point: What You Need to Know to Help Lead Successful CPA Firms in the Future

The rapid evolution of the accounting profession provides unprecedented opportunities for accounting firms, as well as unparalleled challenges. During this session, we will explore the areas in which firm leaders need to be aware to thrive in 2025 and beyond. From the unique vantage point of observing the marketplace as a principal at BDO USA, and leading the BDO Alliance Program (250+ U.S.-based CPA firms and 170 Business Resource Network members), we will focus on growth and profitability, capacity, M&A, private equity and technology, as well as other factors impacting the success of accounting firms operating in the U.S. BDO USA members are in all 50 states.

Help your firm thrive in this environment and don’t get left behind!

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the accounting profession’s greatest opportunities and challenges in 2025.
• Recognize how to personalize the opportunities for your firm to thrive in 2025 and beyond.
• Distinguish what other CPA firms of all sizes are doing to take advantage of opportunities and mitigate challenges and risks.
• Recognize ways to prepare for change and lead into the future.